7353 Scottsdale Mall
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 994-5576
az88.com
Inspired by the good food, drink, conversation, and warmth of family gatherings at the home of his mother, Karl Kopp set out to create a bar and restaurant that would be distinctive enough in quality and style to become a Scottsdale landmark.


7000 E. Mayo Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85054
(480) 563-3377
whitechocolategrill.com
The White Chocolate Grill has a limited menu of classic American fare made from scratch, using only the highest-quality ingredients. A selection of house-made white chocolate and other desserts complement the dinner menu. The rich wood, real stone, leather booths, and spectacular bar combine in a classic yet sophisticated setting.

19888 N. 73rd Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 561-9625 •arrowheadccaz.com
The team of culinary experts at the Club offers an array of eclectic menu selections for your dining pleasure as well as for special events, from casual get-togethers to elegant black-tie dinners.


Desert Ridge
5350 East Marriott Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85054
(480) 419-7697
roysrestaurant.com
The first Roy’s opened in Honolulu in 1988. Chef Yamaguchi invented what he refers to as Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine—a tempting combination of exotic flavors and spices mixed with the freshest of local ingredients, always with an emphasis on seafood.


4303 W. Peoria
Glendale, AZ
(623) 931-2438
elpasobbq.com
With nine locations and growing, El Paso Bar- B-Que has come a long way from its original entry into the barbecue casual dining segment of the restaurant industry in 1995.


14046 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 483-1090
Bet you never knew there were so many ways to eat eggs. Omelets, frittatas, crepes—there’s an incredible list of combinations and possibilities. Sandwiches, salads, and other breakfast offerings are provided for those who aren’t “ova-ly enamored.”


6915 N. 95th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85305
(623) 877-4305
gordonbiersch.com
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant in Glendale features an eclectic beer garden, an impressive bar area equipped with TVs and speaker system, and spacious patio seating. The upscale casual restaurant offers a haven for fresh microbrew beers and delicious madefrom- scratch menu items.


21001 N. Tatum Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(480) 563-9273
yardhouse.com
The Yard House is an upscale casual eatery known for the world’s largest selection of draft beer, from classic lagers to more obscure ales and stouts. Each location features a transparent keg room containing more than 600 barrels, some 1,000 gallons of beer, and an endless fleet of tap handles. And the menu of American cuisine includes an impressive selection of dinner items to accompany the beer.


8852 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd.
(480) 585-9500
mastrossteakhouse.com
Mastro’s, the steak house with personality, offers an unparalleled dining experience featuring a cutting-edge menu of the finest in prime steaks and fresh seafood, accompanied by live music and dancing seven nights a week in the piano bar.


20753 N. Pima Rd., Bldg. R
North Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 538-8000
Stylish, contemporary dining is the hallmark of Fleming’s, featuring the finest in prime beef and a tempting variety of chops, seafood, chicken, generous salads, inventive side orders, and indulgent desserts. The celebrated wine list, known as the Fleming’s 100, boasts some of the finest wines in the world, all available by the glass.


15027 N. Thompson Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 661-8883
flosrestaurants.com
Flo’s presents modern innovative Chinese dishes, gives special attention to service, and sports a contemporary Asian atmosphere—all with reasonable prices and a tip of the hat to the Southwest.


14418 N. Scottsdale Rd. Ste. 185
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 607-7771
joltajava.com
Jolta Java is a neighborhood-style coffeehouse and café that offers great specialty coffee and espresso; fresh-baked breakfast and pastry items; gourmet sandwiches, salads and soups; ice creams and desserts; and everything else that creates a great café experience that is not the “ordinary grind.”


Mercado Del Rancho Center
9301 E. Shea Blvd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 860-0475
chompies.com
The Borensteins came to the Valley from Queens, New York in 1979 with a dream—to give the entire Valley the ultimate East Coast delicatessen tradition. That dream materialized into a reality in Chompie’s, an exciting New York-style deli-restaurant and bakery featuring freshly baked breads, cakes, pastries and, of course, world-famous bagels and bialys in 35 “hot” varieties.


6920 E. Cave Creek Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ
(480) 437-1072
binkleysrestaurant.com
Binkley’s specializes in creating classically influenced contemporary American cuisine, revised daily to feature the freshest seasonal ingredients, using local and organic foods whenever they are available. Everything from appetizer to dessert (except the bread) is made in the Binkley kitchen, prepared to order and with special dietary needs accommodated.


14202 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 596-3354
dillysdeli.com
Dilly’s Deli (est. 1993) was created with the simple goal of offering great food, great service, and great value. Dilly’s commitment to great food is evident in the aroma of homemade breads, bread bowls, cookies, and brownies freshly baked onsite, right in front of you.


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34631 N. Tom Darlington Dr.
Carefree, AZ 85377
(866) 397-6520
theboulders.com
The colorful restaurants at The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa serve up Southwestern flair as vibrant as their Sonoran Desert setting. Enjoy spectacular desert views and an elegant atmosphere at Latilla.


7133 E. Stetson Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 946-3111
cowboyciao.com
Discover a restaurant with inventive fare and a fanciful bent. Cowboy Ciao features Modern American food with global influences. Bold flavors are balanced to pair with their 2,200 (and counting) wine selections offered by the glass, bottle, and tasting flight, all presented in a lively, colorful, and dramatically lit space.


6738 E. Cave Creek Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 488-9542
thehornytoad.com
The Horny Toad offers a reasonably priced menu full of Western staples, from barbecue ribs to jalapeno peppers to cowboy beans and coleslaw. Visit their Web site for a clever history of the horny toad.


7030 E. Bella Vista Dr.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331-8606
(480) 488-2856
With an expansive menu full of delicious and authentic French cuisine, Le Sans Souci also boasts restaurateur Louis Germain, who is nationally famous for his Grand Marniér soufflé.


4218 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 949-8900
mybigfatgreekrestaurant.net
Enjoy warm Greek hospitality along with your dining experience. Greek food is one of the healthiest cuisines, and has a Mediterranean flair of cooking created by the gods. Virgin olive oil, fresh ingredients, selected herbs, and just the right amount of spice are the cooking secrets cherished and kept for thousands of years, and are now yours to enjoy.


20715 N. Pima Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 538-8468
eddiev.com
Eddie V’s Edgewater Grille was inspired through Larry and Guy’s admiration for the great classic seafood restaurants of New Orleans, San Francisco, and Boston. They have great respect for the freshness, flavors, and techniques of these regions. Eddie V’s provides the freshest seafood available, along with prime-grade steaks, in a casual and relaxed atmosphere.

14344 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 607-1114
Experience the distinct flavors and energetic appeal of Sapporo. Excite your senses with teppan yaki, sushi, or Pacific Rim cuisine for an upbeat dining experience in a unique and dynamic atmosphere. Indulge in exquisite cocktails and small plates at the bar.


1609 E. Bell Rd. B4
Phoenix, AZ 85022-2898
(602) 788-3190
The polite and friendly owners and staff serve up an array of Indian cuisine made of fresh produce and ingredients. You will find all your authentic East Indian favorites at Taste of India.


7101 E. Thunderbird Rd. #103
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 922-8225
Arrivederci is a small, friendly place with exquisite Italian fare. With a romantic ambience, marvelous sauces, and food all made from scratch, you can enjoy some of the best of Italy.


RA North Scottsdale 7012 E. Greenway Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 951-5888
There’s never a dull moment in the RA. The music is pumping, the mood is upbeat, and the atmosphere is as stimulating as a big bite of wasabi. They know you like to have fun—they do, too.


201 Easy St. #103
Carefree, AZ 85377
(480) 488-4812
carefreetea.com
Observing the English tradition of afternoon tea is this teahouse’s trademark. Choose from an extensive menu of authentic English foods served with loose-leaf teas. From a simple scone with Devonshire cream to the Duchess of Bedford’s Formal Afternoon Tea, there is something for every discerning tea lover’s palate.


6910 E. Main St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 945-4567
Built from a historic 75-year old Scottsdale adobe home, this restaurant captures timeless charm and distinct atmosphere that exemplifies the essence of the Southwest. The food draws from the Native American and Sonoran influences, combining a simple nature of only the freshest ingredients and modern cooking techniques.


34505 N. Scottsdale Rd. Ste. G2
Scottsdale, AZ 85262
(480) 488-3358
spotteddonkeycantina.com
Here, Southwestern and Western flavors merge. Owners Cliff Skoglund and Robert Hall have succeeded in bringing great food and relaxing atmosphere at an affordable price. The atmosphere creates a fabulous backdrop for their Southwest Western-influenced creations.


20715 N. Pima Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 515-5588
patsygrimalis.com
Grimaldi’s pizzas are made with fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, and fresh-daily dough. The toppings are the best and freshest available, from the finest sweet Italian sausage to the most flavorful red peppers masterfully roasted in Grimaldi’s coal-brick ovens.


11111 N. 7th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 866-6350
dpovdev.bluesqstudios.com
Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the dramatic panoramas of the Valley’s desert landscape, the city’s twinkling lights, and Arizona’s breathtaking sunsets. It’s like dining on top of the world. The inventive menu at Different Pointe of View is not easily categorized, as Executive Chef Ivan Flowers draws his recipes from flavors from all over the world.


15440 Greenway-Hayden Loop
Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 603-0370
barcelonadining.com
Barcelona Restaurant is an eclectic dining and entertainment experience. With seating for 787 in an intimate private dining venue, Barcelona Restaurant has old-world cuisine with new-world flavors, paired with world-class entertainment.


15045 N. Kierland Blvd.
Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 443-8555
mastrosoceanclub.com
This ultra high-end coastal version of the steak house offers the best in upscale seafood while dining in a clubby, avant-garde atmosphere that features live entertainment nightly in the O Bar.


751 E. Union Hills Dr.
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 867-3222
The best service, reasonable prices, and a laid-back décor with paneled walls and neon beer signs welcome comfortably dressed sports fans. Arrive early for specials like Happy Hour!


6811 E. Cave Creek Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 488-9118
buffalochipsaloon.com
This is a real Western saloon and restaurant that serves authentic cowboy food and offers country- western entertainment. Horses welcome!


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6000 E. Camelback Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 941-8200
thephoenician.com
The pleasures of dining at The Phoenician—diverse award-winning cuisine, breathtaking views, and impeccable service—are enhanced and personalized in the beautiful private rooms of our celebrated restaurants.


245 E. Bell Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 548-1333
Good prices and good food, including a great lunch buffet, are two of the draws for the Pink Pepper. If you’re craving something spicy, Pink Pepper can certainly accommodate your needs, but the staff is happy to please the more sensitive taste buds as well.


7027 E. 5th Ave.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 423-3411
madalatearoom.com
Mandala practices the art of being truly organic. Food is prepared daily with love and the freshest seasonal, organic, genetically unmodified vegetarian ingredients. Their philosophy is to provide healthy environmentally friendly plant-based foods that are fun to eat, exciting and stimulating to all tastes and senses. All dishes are completely vegan: dairy-, egg-, and animal-free.


7000 E. Shea Blvd. #1010
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 991-6887
tapino.com
Tapino is a place where friends can enjoy a casual adventure in global-inspired dining. Enjoy the world’s great foods and fine wines, without pretension or apprehension. Build your own delightfully unique dining experience intended for sharing, and lively conversation in a relaxed atmosphere.